Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Panasonic LX10

The following is a in-depth review of the Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Panasonic LX10, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the Q2 Monochrom (47MP) and LX10 (20MP) and the Q2 Monochrom (Full frame) and LX10 (1") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The Q2 Monochrom was unveiled 4 years after the LX10 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Q2 Monochrom grades against the LX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica Q2 Monochrom & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The full galleries are available at Leica Q2 Monochrom Gallery & Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Leica Q2 Monochrom has physical dimensions of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 734 grams (1.62 lbs) while the Panasonic LX10 has sizing of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica Q2 Monochrom vs Panasonic LX10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Q2 Monochrom compared to the LX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q2 Monochrom and LX10 is 60 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Q2 Monochrom and LX10.

Plainly, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Q2 Monochrom using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Leica Q2 Monochrom will resolve extra detail having an extra 27 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent Q2 Monochrom is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.